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07-31-2013, 11:20 PM | #1 |
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First accident in FR-S
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Figured this was body related so I'd post in here. My dumb ass rear ended a pickup truck about a week ago, did nearly 10k in damage according to the adjuster and estimate. Good news is I slipped under the truck so the wheels and suspension seem totally fine, but the nose is all torn up. It's currently being repaired, here are the items that are being replaced due to the accident: -Radiator -Intake tract and MAF -Hood and latch -Front bumper, and left and right fenders -Both headlights and assembly -Front undertray -All the misc clips/reflectors, badges on the nose - They are also repainting about half the car The shop doing the work has received rave reviews, and they have a specific smaller facility onsite that just handles sports cars, I went to look at the facility and other stablemates with my 86 are an RX-8, last-gen RX-7, MR2 and an RSX, so I feel like the car is in pretty good hands. My question to the rest of you, is there anything in specific I should look out for after the repairs are complete, other than the normal fit/finish and checking for squeaks, rattles, idling issues, ect? Anything specific to ask the shop? I already spoke to the shop owner and they aren't using any aftermarket replacements, all parts and genuine Subaru/Toyoya. Work will take about two weeks, so I'll have ample time to chat with them, and they have been sending pics every couple days while it's being worked on. It's my first-ever accident (I'm 28), so I don't have much experience in the area. Thanks! |
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First of all: Happy you are okay, and sorry you are going through this.
To answer your question...you will definitely need a wheel alignment after all is fixed. Pressure from collision may have had an effect on your front suspension...you might not notice this until later. Did your airbags deploy?
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Good points- I should have mentioned they are doing an alignment anyway since the shop has a Hawkeye, but the wheels themselves look fine. Of course that's only visual, and I'm not a trained tech. I'll make a point to ask when next we talk.
Airbags didn't deploy, I only hit him doing maybe 30 mph, probably more like 25. Turns out an F150 doesn't give too much when a little steel and aluminum gnat hits it haha |
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get as much stuff aftermarket as you can. Since the prices on them is similar to the OEM stuff. I would get a vented hood, gt86 bumper, and bigger radiator. I made a mistake when I got rear ended and replaced the muffler with a OEM one when the price for it was over 500. I could of bought a aftermarket exhaust I am going to purchase in a few months for a few hundred more.
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"Good news is I slipped under the truck..."
Yeahhhhh, that's not good news in an accident. A little faster and you'd be kissing bumper. |
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Inspect the car fully in broad daylight and from multiple angles. Don't leave with the car until you are satisfied with work done. Check for fitment issues with the hood and front bumper. Start the car and check for leaks before you leave the shop also...
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Some insurance companies will either fix it, or give you a check to get it fixed. I'd take the check and buy some aftermarket parts. Might as well upgrade stuff
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depends how your insurance does it. are they writing a check to you or the shop. I got my car evaluated at one shop, saying how much the exact damages were. Insurance gave me that amount to repair it.
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Happy everything is working out for you. It's a great feeling when you get over the initial shock and realize that it's all going to get sorted out! You'll be back on the road in no time!
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kinda curious as to how the F150 held up....
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